"She's Gone Country" is the theme of the Miss Tremont Pageant, kicking off the 49th Annual Tremont Turkey Festival on Thursday, June 11 at 7 PM at Tremont High School. Seven talented young ladies will be competing for the crown and Miss Tremont 2013, McKenzie Behrends, will end this exciting evening by crowning the new Miss Tremont 2014. Cost of admission is $5 per person.

The contestants begin their day with the Judge’s Tea and Interview Session where the judges will have a chance to meet them for the first time.
During the evening the contestants will compete in the areas of Casual Wear, Talent, and Evening Gown.

The pageant opening will feature a dance number including each contestant and a little girl from the community. These Miss-Tremonts-to-be are Claire Koch, ‘Emalee Pence, Audrey Parn, Allie Hellrigel, Shelby Lohnes, Maddi Rynearson, and Ava Miller.

Master of Ceremonies will be Mr. Jeremy Garrett, Tremont Middle School Principal. The evening will also feature the 2014 Festival Chairmen, Jason and Michelle Kreiling who will also recognize Ken and Pauline Stuber as the 2014 Grand Marshalls.

The Pageant Crown Bearer will be Isaiah Eeten, son of Farrah Eeten and Mike Eeten.

First Runner-up was Kelsi Miller. Second Runner-up was Katy Brewer. Third Runner-up was Amber Wildermuth. Nikki Chambliss was also the winner of the Talent portion of the competition.

Country Store

Cool off with a refreshing lemonade shake-up or relax with an ice cream bar and some hot, buttery popcorn.
No one leaves the Country Store hungry!

If you need something to snack on later or take home, check out the Bake Shop
for those delicious treats you never have time to bake. Don't forget to browse through the library's used books for sale, get a temporary tattoo for the kids,
and pick up your Turkey Festival t-shirt or other festival souvenirs at the t-shirt booth.

Craft Show

Crafters from all over will be displaying their wares throughout the festival weekend. Located around
the outside of the baseball field, each booth offers something different than the last. Better visit them all
so you don't miss anything.

Carnival

Children of all ages love the rides and games of the carnival. Thursday night is Buddy Night — kids ride two for the price of one!

Buy your tickets in advance at the following locations in Tremont:

Beecham's Grocery

Shell Station

Casey's

State Farm - Jason Garey

Tremont First National Bank

Tremont Oil Company

Tremont Community Bank

Tremont Village Hall

Kids Tractor Pull

The Kids Tractor Pull is back and looks to be a very popular event again this year. We supply the tractor, kids supply the power!

The competition starts at 3 PM on Saturday on James Street (in the center of the park) and is open to all kids ages 4-9.

When bringing home the Thanksgiving bird, have you ever wondered how far you could fling it? Well, here is your chance to find out. The Frozen Turkey Toss is certainly a unique event.

For $5 you will get three chances to heave a frozen bird with all your might. A $50 prize goes to the adult who propels their poultry the furthest. In the 12 and Under category, the winner will receive $50 in carnival tickets.

The fun takes place Saturday morning starting at 11 AM on the baseball outfield in the park.

For more information, contact Luke Porritt at (309) 925-9988.

Petting Zoo

Let your little ones get up close and personal with live animals at the petting zoo from 4 - 6 PM on Saturday. Located just south of the merchants tent, the zoo gives everyone the chance to interact with a variety of farm animals.

Antique Corner

Friday, 5 - 8 PM
Saturday, 9 AM - 8 PM
Sunday, 12 - 4 PM

Located on the west side of the park, near the Cullinan buildings,
you will find a wide array of antiques and collectibles for sale.

The Strawberry Shortcake Eating Contest will be held on Saturday afternoon at
approximately 2 PM, or whenever
the bed races are finished. Contestants will be challenged to eat a giant strawberry shortcake in the quickest
time, without using silverware or their hands. The entry fee is $5 and first prize is $50! All ages are welcome.

If you like to eat and don't mind getting a little messy, this event is for you!

For more information, contact Luke Porritt at (309) 925-9988 or Gene Pflederer at (309) 253-6800.

Parade

After spending a fun-filled weekend at the festival, find a spot along Sampson street or along the
outer edge of the park for the parade starting at 4 PM on Sunday.

The medallion will be hidden in an undisclosed location in Tremont. Clues will be given to its location and the individual who finds it will win a prize package courtesy of our sponsors. The first clue will be released on 6/11 at 9 AM and subsequent clues will be released at 9 AM on 6/12, 6/13 and 6/14, or until the medallion is found. These clues will be posted at the sponsoring businesses.

In the event that the medallion has not been found by noon on Sunday 6/14 a new clue will be broadcast every hour by the Turkey Festival announcer at City Park until the medallion is found.

The Medallion will be hidden on public property. It will not be hidden in a location requiring taking extra-ordinary physical risks. PLEASE be respectful of other people's property and your fellow hunters.